Many Confuse This Plant with a Weed, But It’s Actually Full of Surprising Health Benefits

How to Grow Purslane

You may have seen this weed in gardens or between sidewalks. Purslane can grow in multiple conditions, including droughts and soil that is salty or lacking in nutrients. So it’s a good choice for experienced and novice gardeners who want ground cover or fill hanging baskets. They don’t need much water despite loving the summer, and can thrive in any well-draining soil. They will bloom in full sunlight, according to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and they require about six to eight hours of light a day. Keep in mind, purslane plants are annuals and can’t survive frost, so enjoy your harvest during the warm months